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D457 HMF

1986 Honda VT250

White Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

30,605 mi
Last recorded30,605 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2007
Typical for 1986 Honda VT25028,407 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD457 HMF
MakeHonda
ModelVT250
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2007 30,605 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2007 30,600 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

How Reliable is the Honda VT250?

Based on 1,175 MOT tests across 227 vehicles.

82.7%
Pass Rate
284
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
227
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 40
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 13
Footrest insecure 13
Throttle operating incorrectly 12
Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. 11
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D457 HMF is a 1986 Honda VT250 in White with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1986 Honda VT250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 28,407 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda VT250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D457 HMF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VT250 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 40 years old, this Honda VT250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D457 HMF?

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What year was D457 HMF registered?

D457 HMF is a 1986 Honda VT250, first registered on 20 August 1986.

Is D457 HMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for D457 HMF shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does D457 HMF have outstanding finance?

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